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Hickory Hills Today
By the People, for the People
Boil Order Issued for Parts of Hickory Hills, Illinois
Residents east of 82nd Avenue must boil water before drinking due to loss of pressure in water system.
Apr. 6, 2026 at 11:06am
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A boil order has been issued for part of the southwest Chicago suburb of Hickory Hills after a pressure valve caused a loss of water pressure in a section of the village. Residents who live east of 82nd Avenue are under the precautionary boil order, meaning they must boil water for at least five minutes before drinking or using it for food preparation.
Why it matters
Boil orders are issued when there is a risk of contamination in the water supply, often due to a loss of pressure that can allow bacteria or other harmful substances to enter the system. This order affects a significant portion of Hickory Hills, requiring residents to take extra precautions when using their tap water.
The details
Hickory Hills Mayor Mike Howley announced the boil order on Sunday, stating that a pressure valve issue caused the loss of water pressure in the affected area. Samples of the water are being tested by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, and results are expected back on Monday. Residents do not need to boil water for washing hands or showering, only for drinking or food preparation.
- The boil order was issued on Sunday, April 6, 2026.
- Water test results from the Illinois EPA are expected back on Monday, April 7, 2026.
The players
Mike Howley
The mayor of Hickory Hills, Illinois.
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
The state agency responsible for testing the water samples and determining if the boil order can be lifted.
What’s next
The Illinois EPA will review the water test results on Monday to determine if the boil order can be lifted for the affected area of Hickory Hills.
The takeaway
Boil orders are an important safety measure to protect public health when there are issues with the water supply. Residents in the affected area of Hickory Hills must take the necessary precautions until the water is deemed safe to drink.
